Psalm 95:1-2–"Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Let us come into His presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to Him with songs of praise!"
This is as much a prescription for worship as it is an exhortation. It is a simple thing to read, that we are to make a joyful noise to the Lord, but it is another thing altogether for us to actually make a joyful noise to the Lord. However, it would seem that this is precisely what this passage is compelling us to do. When considering this, I ask myself: what does it mean to make a joyful noise to the Lord?
My response to the question is that making a joyful noise to the Lord requires at least two things: (1) a right perspective, and (2) a willing heart. A right perspective means that we would see the greatness of God and the distinct beauty of His creation. This can only result in a response of awe and praise. It is at this point that a willing heart leaps into action, so that we can pair that praise with deed.
In a sense, this is the very essence of worship. Let us make it our aim to bring a sincere joyful noise to the Lord!
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